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  • David Elvery avatar

    Looking Back And Moving Forward

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009
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    A Sermon for a church standing on the brink of a new era.

    “Looking Back and Moving Forward” – Josh 1:1-11 Gladstone Baptist Church – 19/11/06 am S1 - Standing on the brink of something new is scary – there is uncertainty & fear. Have you ever been faced with something new and been scared? I can remember when Deanna and I were thinking about moving ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Enough To Live By, But Not Good Enough To Die By

    Contributed by Dan Thompkins on Jan 11, 2008
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    Some trust in what they have attained in life...but all of the possessions attained here will not get one into heaven.

     Mark 10:17-22  - 17 Now as He was going out on the road, one came running, knelt before Him, and asked Him, “Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?” 18 So Jesus said to him, “Why do you call Me good? No ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    3 Things

    Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 25, 2010
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    It has been said that events tend to happen in groupings of three. With that in mind, I’d like to explore some "3 Things" lists.

    THREE THINGS It has been said that events tend to happen in groupings of three. With that in mind, I’d like to explore some "3 Things" lists. 3 things in life that once gone, never come back: Time Words Opportunity 3 things in life that can destroy a person: Anger Pride Unforgiveness 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Give God Your Time Series

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Feb 9, 2016
     | 3,725 views

    Give It Up

    Give God Your Time 1. There is a petition required for opportunities - Colossians 4:3 2. There is an opposition against opportunities - I Corinthians 16:9 3. There is a recognition needed in opportunities - II Corinthians 2:12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Did You Miss Lazarus?

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 10, 2010
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    The rich man's life illustrates some traits that can lead us to miss opportunities God sends.

    DID YOU MISS LAZARUS? LUKE 16:19-25 INTRODUCTION I once lived beside a retired pastor and his family. His wife worked at the Department of Social Services. There were many poor people in the county, and she was very familiar with many of them since her line of work often took her to their homes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divine Appointment

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 6, 2012
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    Exposition of Opportunity

    Text: John 4, Title: Divine Appointment, Date/Place: NRBC, 10/21/12, AM A. Opening illustration: Demographic information. THRIVE Team long term planning. B. Background to passage: C. Main thought: Divine Appointment—an appointed time and place for God to unfold His plan to reach the world ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hand-Cuff God? Cracked Pot?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 1, 2017
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    Our enemy has a design to accuse God's people and thus hinder our faith's possibilities. Can God? or GOD CAN! The answer is up to you my friend!

    HAND-CUFF GOD? CRACKED POT? AM I FOREVER TRAPPED? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com PLEASE SENT MY REGRETS? Luke 14:18 (KJV) And they all with one consent began to make excuse. The first said unto him, I have bought a piece of ground, and I must needs go and see it: I pray thee have ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Halitosis (Bad Breath) Of Giants, Mountain Climber

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 23, 2017
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    Halitosis (bad breath) of giants try to hinder God's people by fear of giants. We must climb the mountains in our spiritual life to advance the faith.

    HALITOSIS OF GIANTS... MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com CLIMB THE MOUNTAIN --- STAND UP AND BE COUNTED... Martin Niemoeller lived from 1892 to 1984... Martin penned theses words: In Germany they first came for Communists, and I did not speak up because I was not ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Love Does Not Insist On Its Own Way Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016
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    When I love like Jesus loves I see life’s interruptions as divine opportunities

    ENGAGE This week, I came to the conclusion that perhaps I’ve done enough preaching on loving like Jesus and maybe it’s time to move on to something else. That’s because I’m finding that God seems to be providing way too many opportunities for me to apply what I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Hate The Devil PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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    Emphasize the importance of resisting the devil's schemes, guarding our hearts, and protecting God's Kingdom by not giving the devil a foothold through unwholesome actions or words.

    Good morning family! It's a joy to be gathered here together in the house of the Lord. Today, we're going to delve into a powerful passage from the book of Ephesians. We're going to talk about the danger of giving opportunity to the devil, the power of resisting his schemes, and our responsibility ...read more

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    Embracing The Present Moment In Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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    The term 'now' signifies the present moment or without any further delay. This term is frequently used in the Bible, indicating the Holy Spirit's influence on the writers and translators. This sermon explores the significance of 'now' in our spiritual journey and faith.

    The word "now" is a fascinating word that holds great significance in the Bible. It refers to the present moment or without any further delay. Throughout the Bible, the Holy Spirit inspired the writers and translators to use this word frequently. In the limited time we have, let's explore seven ...read more

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    How To Turn Problems Into Opportunities For Evangelism

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 8,957 views

    How To Turn Problems Into Opportunities for Evangelism

    How To Turn Problems Into Opportunities for Evangelism Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain the principles behind how a missionary can turn a problem into an opportunity for evangelism. 2. The students will write a short paper on why it is important that a missionary yield his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Limitations Lead To God's Opportunities

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 27, 2003
    based on 58 ratings
     | 11,473 views

    When Job reached the end of his rope only then was he ready to realize God’s opportunities.

    Our Limitations Lead to God’s Opportunities (Job 30:1-31) When Job reached the end of his rope only then was he ready to realize God’s opportunities. "But now I am mocked by those who are younger than I, by young men whose fathers are not worthy to run with my sheepdogs." (Job 30:1) 1. Job ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fear - An Opportunity For Growth (Psalm 27)

    Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Apr 28, 2004
    based on 109 ratings
     | 13,040 views

    God has called us to live in a world that gives us many reasons to be fearful. Crime, violence, robbery, and general disregard for life are increasing in our society. God, however, has told us He has not given us a spirit of fear (2 Tim 1:7).

    Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Senior Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you merely ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Revelation To Philadelphia -. The Open Door Of Opportunity Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004
    based on 279 ratings
     | 60,205 views

    The Letter to the Philedelphians - Looking at the opportunities God gives us

    The Revelation to Philadelphia -. A little trivia quiz this evening - you may want to take out a piece of paper to write the answer down How many doors are in this sanctuary? Don’t turn around and count – just take a guess, and write it down How many doors are in this sanctuary? Second, how ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist